RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a tool for displaying information on the Internet. RSS feeds work with software called a RSS Reader. The RSS Reader allows you to automatically keep up to date with news and happenings on websites that you are interested in by checking for new items and presenting them to you in a structured form, much as your email client presents new emails. RSS feeds can be read in standalone programs or in your web browser.

How is SoyBase Using RSS

We believe that it is important to notify the soybean community about updates and upgrades to our website, and various other items of interest to the soybean research community. The News Section on our website has traditionally been the way we have done this. However, since this requires a user to check SoyBase for updates, we decided to also implement a RSS feed as a more automatic way of sending out news.

How Do I Use the SoyBase RSS Feed

RSS feeds on SoyBase, as well as on most sites are denoted by a . By clicking on this icon you will be taken to our RSS feed page. Most current web browsers have the capability to read RSS feeds and will give you the option of how you wish to view and or subscribe to the feed. Note that RSS feeds are an 'opt in' system so you must add the SoyBase RSS link to an RSS reader of your choice to see updates.

Where Can I Go for More Information

RSS feeds are quite popular. A quick search on the search engine of your choice will yield many different readers, and directions how to configure your specific browser. If you are still having difficulty with our feed, please contact the SoyBase Curator (David Grant) for assistance.